ChallengersCricket Club
About Challengers
Our Story
Challengers Cricket Club (Canada Not-for-Profit Corporation #1746974-8, incorporated 12 November 2025) was born from a shared vision: to elevate the quality of cricket in London, Ontario. In 2025, professionals from diverse backgrounds—engineering, finance, technology, healthcare, and education—came together, united by their passion for cricket and commitment to community building.
What makes us unique is our diversity of experience. Each board member brings expertise from their own field — banking, civil engineering, healthcare, technology, and community services — and a long-standing love of the game. Together, we combine strategic thinking, technical knowledge, and grassroots experience to build a community-focused cricket club for London.
Our Mission
To transform cricket in London, Ontario by establishing professional standards, fostering inclusive participation, and creating pathways for players of all ages and skill levels. We're not just another cricket club—we're building a movement that combines competitive excellence with community development, bridging cultures and creating opportunities through the sport we love.
Why We're Different
Our strength lies in our multidisciplinary approach. With professionals from banking, civil engineering, hardware networking, and community services on our board, we bring corporate governance, financial discipline, technical innovation, and community expertise to cricket administration. We're an Canada Not-for-Profit Corporation, run entirely by volunteers, and committed to transparency, professionalism, and sustainable growth that benefits all of London's cricket community.
What We Offer
Saturday Practice
Volunteer-led practice sessions and match-day reflections through the season
Vibrant Community
Connect with fellow cricket lovers and build lifelong friendships
Competitive Play
Regular matches, tournaments, and league participation
Youth Development
Coming SoonA future program for younger players is in planning. Not currently active.
“United by passion, driven by excellence”
Become a Founding Sponsor
Join us in building London, Ontario's premier cricket club. Partner with a registered non-profit organization committed to developing cricket excellence and community spirit.
- High visibility across all club activities
- Sponsor contributions may be deductible as a business expense
- Community engagement and brand recognition
Our Programs
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, we have a place for you
London Challengers
Adult Competitive Squad
Our adult squad playing competitive league cricket in London — LCL T30 and LPL T20. Open to experienced players ready to compete.
- LCL T30 league matches
- LPL T20 league matches
- Saturday practice sessions
- Match-day analysis
Youth Development
Coming Soon
We're working toward launching coaching programs for younger players in future seasons. This program is not currently active — sign up below to be the first to know when it launches.
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Practice + Friendlies
Casual Saturday practice sessions and friendly matches throughout the season. All skill levels welcome — newcomers, returning players, and first-timers alike.
- Saturday practice (May–September)
- Friendly matches
- All skill levels welcome
- Beginner-friendly atmosphere
Ready to Start Your Cricket Journey?
Join London's united cricket community and be part of something special.
Get Started TodayLive Streaming on YouTube
Catch every Challengers CC match live on our brand-new YouTube channel. Match highlights, player spotlights, coaching tips, and full archived matches — all in one place.
- Full 2026 season match livestreams
- Match highlights and recap videos
- Player spotlights and coaching tips
- Community events and fundraisers
Our Partners
Building cricket in Canada together with amazing organizations
Freddy George
Licensed Financial Advisor
Wealth Management
Kover Drive
Indoor Cricket Facility
London, ON
MakZiN Media
Software Development
London, ON
Sai Thai Chef
Authentic Thai Cuisine
London, ON
Curry Culture Bistro
Authentic Indian Cuisine
Kitchener, ON
Interested in partnering with Challengers Cricket Club?
Explore Partnership OpportunitiesMeet Our Board
Dedicated leaders committed to building London's premier cricket community
Mohammed Saad
Director
Board of Directors
Science graduate with 10 years of cricket leadership experience as director and founding member of multiple cricket clubs across the globe. Established IT foundations and positive club environments while dedicated to community betterment through non-profit work since childhood.
Gokul Prakash
Director
Board of Directors
Hardware and Networking Engineer with a lifelong passion for cricket and community service. Dedicated to growing cricket in Canada while pursuing interests in YouTube blogging and international travel. Volunteered in various community-based events for community betterment over the past 15 years.
Tarek Islam
Director
Board of Directors
Batting all-rounder bringing strategic judgment and competitive spirit to club leadership. Co-founder of the Bangladesh Association of London, Ontario. University of Dhaka graduate committed to purposeful leadership and community engagement through sport.
Ankush Arora
Director
Board of Directors
Civil Engineering Technologist bringing analytical precision to club operations. A mystery spin bowler with an athletic personality, known for his energetic presence and unwavering support that lifts team spirits on and off the field.
Roman Mahmud
Director
Board of Directors · Social & Community Engagement
Former first-class cricketer from Bangladesh with over 20 years of cricket leadership experience. Proud father of three, served as Social Chair for MTA University Society of All Nations (2008-09), President of MTA Cricket Club (2007-09), and Captain of Fleming College Cricket Team (2017). Passionate about nurturing the next generation of cricket players and creating fun, creative team building activities.
Quraishi Qaiser Mahmood
Officer Appointment
Onboarding in progress
Chief Estimator and Cost Consultant for Heavy Civil Projects in Canada. Wicket-keeper Batsman from Karnataka, India, with a hard-hitting batting style. Passionate about growing cricket in Canada.
Madhu Reddy
Officer Appointment
Onboarding in progress
Senior Network Security Engineer with double master's degrees in Electronics and Communications. A versatile all-rounder who has been playing cricket since his teens. Known for his calm presence and team-first mentality, Madhu brings stability in high-pressure situations both on and off the field.
Our board is dedicated to transparency, community engagement, and the growth of cricket in London, Ontario. As a federally incorporated not-for-profit corporation under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act (Corporation #1746974-8), we operate with integrity and accountability.
Officer appointments (President, Treasurer, Secretary, and other roles) are formally ratified by Director Resolution and recorded via signed Officer Appointment Letters in the Club's governance ledger. Roles shown as “in progress” are pending final ratification by the Board.
Join Our Club
2026 squad is full — sign up now to reserve your spot for the 2027 season, get on the waitlist for any mid-season opportunities, and stay connected with the club.
Join Our Club
Registration Form
Fill out the form below to express interest in Challengers Cricket Club. Share your details, cricket background, and preferences. We'll add you to our 2027 pre-registration list and reach out with updates.
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Get In Touch
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Contact Information
Location
London, Ontario, Canada
Season
Launching 2026
Registration is open!
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Legal Documents
Transparency and accountability as a federally-registered Not-for-Profit Corporation
Certificate of Incorporation
Official Canada Not-for-Profit Corporation registration (1746974-8) under CNCA
Constitution & By-Laws
Federal CNCA Constitution and By-Laws — published openly for transparency
View DocumentPrivacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect personal information (PIPEDA-aligned)
View DocumentTransparency & Accountability
As a registered non-profit corporation in Ontario, we operate with full transparency. Legal documents are available upon request to ensure accountability to our members, sponsors, and the community. Requests are verified to protect organizational privacy.